Children will hear a story about Cesar Chavez and then create a special piece of art. 1 to 4 p.m. Free. National Portrait Gallery, 8th and F streets NW. 202-633-1000. The program will repeat Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m.

Georgetown’s City Kids Theater will present “The Adventures of the Extra Ordinary Super Heroes,” a new play written by Nan and Ray Ficca and directed by Ray Ficca (for ages 5 to 13). 1 and 3 p.m. Free; reservations requested. Georgetown Lutheran Church, 1556 Wisconsin Ave. NW. citykidstheater.org. The performance will repeat Sunday at 1 and 3 p.m.

The House of Sweden will host a weekly storytime for children and families to experience Swedish children’s literature. 2 p.m. Free. House of Sweden, 2900 K St. NW. www.swedenabroad.com/washington.

A park ranger will lead a planetarium program about the solar system, the Milky Way and other deep space objects (for ages 7 and older). 4 to 4:45 p.m. Free. Rock Creek Nature Center, 5200 Glover Road NW. 202-895-6070.

Volunteers from the Washington English Center will lead an “ESL Conversation Circle” for English learners who already have some knowledge of the language. 10 a.m. Free. Tenley-Friendship Library, 4450 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-727-1488.

In conjunction with its production of “The Arsonists,” Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company will present a workshop on “Complicity and Crafting Community Dialogue” led by arts practitioner Elena Velasco. 5 to 7 p.m. Free; reservations requested. Melton Rehearsal Hall, Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, 641 D St. NW. woollymammoth.net.

Concerts

The Miami Fine Arts Academy will present a recital by student musicians and vocalists performing classical, Broadway, film and popular music. 1 p.m. $25. Family Theater, Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600.

The Petworth Jazz Project will present a children’s show by Baba Ras D, at 5 p.m.; and a concert by singer Akua Allrich, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Free. Lawn, Petworth Recreation Center, 8th and Taylor streets NW. facebook.com/PetworthJazzProject.

Using bamboo rattle instruments from West Java, House of Angklung will take the audience on a melodic and rhythmic journey to the rich culture of Sumatra in a collaborative performance with local groups Sarohas and Rumah Gadang USA. 6 p.m. Free. Millennium Stage, Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600.

The Capital Hearings will present its seventh annual fall concert, “Path to Here,” featuring a diverse repertoire of classical, jazz and pop a cappella music to celebrate the release of the group’s second album, “When the Night Is New.” 8 p.m. $20 to $25. First Congregational United Church of Christ, 945 G St. NW. thecapitalhearings.com.

U.S. Botanic Garden science education volunteer Todd Brethauer will discuss legumes and their ability to produce nitrogen fertilizer from the air due to the relationship they establish with certain common soil bacteria. 10:30 a.m. to noon. Free; reservations required. Conservatory Classroom, U.S. Botanic Garden, 100 Maryland Ave. SW. 202-225-8333.

American University associate professor Derek S. Hyra will discuss his book “Race, Class, and Politics in the Cappuccino City” in conversation with Kymone Freeman, an activist and co-owner of Anacostia-based We Act Radio AM. 3:30 p.m. Free. Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-364-1919.

In conjunction with its production of “The Arsonists,” Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company will present a panel discussion on “Facing Fascism: How Did We Get Here?” 9:30 p.m. Free; reservations requested. Melton Rehearsal Hall, Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, 641 D St. NW. woollymammoth.net.

Hispanic Heritage Month Family Day will feature a bilingual program with live music, art activities and curator talks celebrating the Latino cultures, traditions and stories that have helped shape the United States. 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free. Kogod Courtyard, National Portrait Gallery, 8th and F streets NW. 202-633-1000.

“From Vault to Screen: Recent Restorations From the Academy Film Archive” will present “Key Frames and Inbetweens: Restored 35mm Experimental Animation,” featuring a program of animated films, at 2 p.m.; and “Pacific Coast Highway: Restored California Psychedelia,” featuring works by celebrated American independent experimental filmmakers and artists, at 4 p.m. Free. East Building Auditorium, National Gallery of Art, 4th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW. 202-737-4215.

Reading

The Theater Alliance’s Word Becomes Action Festival — an exploration of the diversity of experiences and narratives of the African diaspora — will feature a staged reading of “The Raid” by Idris Goodwin. 8 p.m. $20. Anacostia Playhouse, 2020 Shannon Place SE. theateralliance.com.

Special events

The D.C. National Guard Wellness Blaze will feature a 5K, a 1-mile fun run/walk and a wellness expo with guest speakers and vendors. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free; registration requested. D.C. Armory, 2001 East Capitol St. SE. wellnessblaze5kfunrun.eventbrite.com.

The DC Walk for the Animals will feature a one-mile walk around the Capitol Riverfront area, as well as a costume contest, adoptable animals, exhibitors, and food and beverage vendors. Proceeds will benefit the Humane Rescue Alliance. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. $35. Yards Park, 4th and Water streets SE. dcwalkfortheanimals.org.

The Washington Nationals will play the Pittsburgh Pirates. 7:05 p.m. $12 to $370. Nationals Park, 1500 South Capitol St. SE. 888-632-6287. The series will continue Sunday at 3:05 p.m.

Walks and tours

A park ranger will lead a walk through Georgetown Waterfront Park and discuss Georgetown’s evolution from an active port town (for ages 7 and older). 11 a.m. Free. Meet at the fountain in the Georgetown Waterfront Park, Wisconsin Avenue and K Street NW. 202-895-6070.

In partnership with The Atlantic magazine, the National Portrait Gallery will present a gallery tour highlighting American writers featured in the 160-year-old publication’s pages during the 19th century, at 11:45 a.m.; and writers featured in the 20th century, at 1:30 p.m. Free. G Street lobby, National Portrait Gallery, 8th and F streets NW. 202-633-1000. The tours will also be offered on Sunday at the same times.